#F5EFE3 Hex Color
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#f5efe3 is an exceptionally pale yellow with a bleached, neutral quality that feels airy and clean. Because of its extremely light saturation, it functions best as a minimalist background or a soft canvas for charcoal typography. Pair it with deep slate blues or forest greens to keep the palette grounded, as it can look washed out when sitting directly against pure white. The hex code is #f5efe3.
Questions about #f5efe3
What is #f5efe3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f5efe3 is rgb(245, 239, 227), in HSL hsl(40, 47%, 93%) and in CMYK 0%, 2%, 7%, 4%.
What colors pair best with #f5efe3 for a modern palette?
Does #f5efe3 function well as a primary background color?
Yes, #f5efe3 is an excellent choice for minimalist interface designs because it provides a warmer, more approachable alternative to pure white. It remains gentle on the eyes, making it ideal for reading-heavy layouts or wellness-focused branding projects.
Is #f5efe3 readable on white or black?
#f5efe3 has a 1.14:1 contrast ratio on white and 18.33:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.